Bribery Commission arrests former UDA officials

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has arrested two former senior officials of the Urban Development Authority (UDA).

Police announces fees for public services

The Sri Lanka Police has released the updated fees for services provided to the public. Obtaining Police Clearance Reports for overseas travel and related real-time services will cost Rs. 5,000.

Mahinda Rajapaksa leaves official residence in Colombo

Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, left his official residence on Wijerama Road, Colombo, a short while ago in adherence to the country’s law and order, Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) General Secretary Sagara Kariyawasam said.

Iconic tusker ‘Mahasilu’ found dead in Okkampitiya

A popular wild elephant known as Mahasilu was found dead in a paddy field at Ilukpitiya, Okkampitiya this morning (11).

Chinese Ambassador visits Mahinda Rajapaksa

A day after the enactment of the Presidents’ Entitlements (Repeal) Bill, which requires former presidents to return official residences to the government, Chinese Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Qi Zhenhong, visited the official residence of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa on Wijerama Road, Colombo, this morning.

Buses and vans on long routes to undergo safety certification

A new regulation will soon be introduced for buses and vans used for long-distance passenger transport, Transport Minister Bimal Rathnayake said.

Three buses collide in Balangoda, schoolchildren among injured

An accident involving three busses was reported in the Madola area of Balangoda this morning (11), police said.

Foreign cigarettes worth over Rs. 27.4million destroyed

A stock of foreign cigarettes worth over Rs. 27.4 million, illegally imported into the country, was destroyed at the Muthurajawela Power Plant today, the Customs Department said.

Podi Menike derails near Badulla

The Podi Menike Intercity train derailed this morning between the Hali Ela and Badulla railway stations, the Railways Department said.

SI arrested over links to underworld leader Padme

A Sub-Inspector attached to the the Gampaha Crimes Investigation Unit has been arrested by the CID for alleged ties to underworld figure Kehelbaddara Padme.

Politicians and foreign representatives visit Mahinda Rajapaksa

A group of politicians and foreign representatives visited the official residence of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa on Wijerama Road, Colombo, this morning, amid reports that he is set to vacate the premises today.

Bimal calls Opposition MPs ’Lapai Sipai’

A tense situation continued in Parliament after Leader of the House Bimal Ratnayake called opposition MPs ’Lapai Sipai’ and opposition MPs started a protest against him.

Maithripala leaves official residence

Former President Maithripala Sirisena has vacated his official residence on Hector Kobbekaduwa Mawatha, Colombo, following the enactment of the Presidents’ Entitlements (Repeal) Act, No. 18 of 2025.

Suspicion raised over death of 24-year-old mother

Suspicion has been raised over the sudden death of a 24-year-old mother at the Monaragala District General Hospital.

Teen arrested over Borella shooting

A 17-year-old boy was arrested over a shooting incident in Seewaliapura, Borella last month.

Engineer, rapper, mayor, now PM? Nepal’s Gen Z rallies around Balendra Shah

After demonstrations forced Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli to resign from office, all eyes are now on Kathmandu Mayor Balendra Shah, popularly known as Balen, with online campaigns encouraging him to take the lead as the next prime minister.

Parliament sessions suspended for five minutes after tense situation

Parliament sessions were suspended by Speaker Jagath Wickramaratne after the Opposition protested against his decision not to allow the no confidence motion against Deputy Minister Aruna Jayasekera to be debated.

Police most affected by non-communicable diseases: Minister

Police personnel account for the highest proportion of state employees suffering from non-communicable diseases (NCDs), Health and Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said.

SriLankan Airlines resumes flights to Nepal after airport reopening

SriLankan Airlines resumed its operations to Nepal today (11) with the departure of flight UL-181 from Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) to Kathmandu, following the reopening of the Kathmandu International Airport by Nepal’s Civil Aviation Authority.

Ravi grills government on CEB surplus, tariffs

United National Party (UNP) MP Ravi Karunanayake raised several concerns in Parliament regarding the management of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) and the Government’s future energy policy.

Ex-Presidents lose perks; Pensions next in line

In a rare event of legislative work, a bill which was passed by Parliament was signed into Act the same day stripping former Presidents and their widows of facilities - residences, transport and secretariat allowances.

SJB MP Prasad Siriwardana tenders apology to Govt MP

Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) MP Prasad Siriwardana tendered a public apology today to government MP Lakmali Hemachandra for the rude remarks he made in Parliament yesterday.

Trump ally and activist Charlie Kirk shot dead at Utah university

Conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University. He was 31 years old.

New rules to regulate vehicles transporting school children

The Education Ministry has decided to introduce a new set of rules and regulations for vehicles used to transport school children.

SL’s corporate tax collection lags regional peers, threatening fiscal recovery: WB

Sri Lanka’s corporate income tax (CIT) collection remains far below the regional peers, raising concerns over the sustainability of government revenue and its post-crisis fiscal recovery, the World Bank (WB) highlighted.

Key takeaways from Sri Lanka’s CWC25 squad

Here are the key talking points from Sri Lanka’s squad for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025.

Kuldeep stars as ’clinical’ India crush UAE in Asia Cup T20

Kuldeep Yadav returned figures of 4-7 to lead holders India to a crushing nine-wicket win over hosts United Arab Emirates in their opening match of the Asia Cup on Wednesday.

Police foil planned nightclub attack in Kollupitiya, seize weapons

In the wake of escalating gun violence in several areas, police averted a major attack suspected to have been orchestrated by an organized criminal gang targeting an individual reportedly working at nightclubs in Kollupitiya.

Presidents’ Entitlements (Repeal) Bill has no bearing on former Presidents’ security: Minister

The Presidents’ Entitlements (Repeal) Bill has no bearing on the security of former Presidents after its enactment, Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala said today.

Namal warns of rising extremism behind South Asian protests

Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa has expressed concern over the unfolding situation in Nepal, drawing parallels with protests that have erupted across South Asia in recent years.